Yet Another Tater Tot Casserole

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with "Yet Another Tater Tot Casserole," a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy golden tater tots with a rich and creamy ground beef and vegetable filling. Loaded with savory flavors from sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, this casserole is elevated with the irresistible gooeyness of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe comes together with just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to bubbly perfection in under an hour. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or looking for a make-ahead freezer meal, this tater tot casserole is sure to steal the show. Don't forget the optional paprika garnish for a touch of color and extra flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 32 ounces frozen tater tots
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
• 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 1 for greasing cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to break apart the meat as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.

Step 5

Add the cooked ground beef mixture and the frozen mixed vegetables to the mixing bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.

Step 6

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the beef mixture.

Step 8

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese, covering the entire surface of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the tater tots and return the dish to the oven. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it stand for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with paprika if desired for a pop of color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3012.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4862.1

Total Fat 307.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.0g
Cholesterol 714.0mg	0%
Sodium 9513.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 60.3g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 154.8IU	0%
Calcium 2643.8mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 5015.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 29.8%